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• The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, featuring an expanded field of 48 competing national teams. • Viewers are seeking accessible ways to watch the tournament, with a focus on identifying free live streams and official TV channels available globally. • This event represents the largest iteration of the World Cup to date, necessitating diverse broadcasting options to accommodate a massive international audience.

• The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest edition in history, expanding to 48 teams and 104 matches hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. • While no single global broadcaster exists, beIN Sports and DAZN lead the coverage, collectively operating across more than 100 countries, including regions in MENA, Europe, and Asia. • Regional rights are further distributed to major networks such as the BBC and Fox to ensure the tournament reaches billions of viewers across 200+ territories.

• FOX Sports has secured the English-language broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026, committing to air all 104 matches of the tournament. • The guide provides a comprehensive global overview of official broadcasters, streaming platforms, and mobile apps to help viewers access games across different countries. • It specifically addresses the use of VPNs to bypass regional restrictions, allowing fans to watch the tournament from outside their home countries.

• South Korea secured a comeback victory against the Czech Republic in a Group A match during the 2026 World Cup, with all three goals occurring in the second half. • The win puts South Korea on three points, tying them with Mexico in the group standings. • Midfielder Hwang In-Beom delivered a standout performance, becoming only the third South Korean player to record both a goal and an assist in a single World Cup match.

• The Netherlands national team has officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a professional qualifying campaign. • Under the leadership of manager Ronald Koeman, the "Oranje" secured their spot by finishing as winners of UEFA Group G. • The team outperformed rivals including Poland to earn direct qualification for the tournament.

• The 2026 World Cup is approaching, with new guides detailing how fans can access the tournament via various television channels and live streaming services. • The provided resources offer a comprehensive overview of the competition's match schedule and key dates to help viewers plan their coverage. • This information is critical for global soccer fans to ensure they have the necessary subscriptions and platform access to watch the event.

• The FIFA World Cup 2026 has officially commenced in Mexico City with an opening ceremony and the start of group stage gameplay. • Mexico secured a victory against South Africa in the tournament's opening match, while the fixture between South Korea and Czechia is currently underway. • This event marks the beginning of a massive global tournament, with analysts and media outlets like NBC News focusing on the key players expected to dominate the competition.

• The 2026 World Cup will feature an expanded format with 48 teams competing for the title. • The tournament is expected to attract a massive global audience, potentially drawing hundreds of millions or even billions of viewers daily. • This expansion signifies a major shift in the competition's scale, increasing the number of matches and the diversity of participating nations.

• Chennai Super Kings defeated Kolkata Knight Riders in the 22nd match of the Indian Premier League 2026. • CSK posted a total of 192/5, featuring a contribution of 31 runs off 22 balls from Rovman Powell, while KKR was restricted to 160/7 in their 20 overs. • The victory strengthens CSK's position in the tournament standings through a dominant batting performance and effective bowling.

Australia’s defence minister had been due to visit a naval base in Portsmouth with British defence secretary John Healey. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGood morning and welcome to our live news blog. I’m Martin Farrer with the top overnight stories and then it will be Nick Visser with the main action.We kick off with news from the UK, where our deputy PM and defence minister, Richard Marles, was visiting for a ministerial summit but had the wind taken from his sails when his British counterpart abruptly quit over defence funding. Continue reading...

President steered no-bid contract for project that he said would cost $1.8m to company that worked on his golf resortThe final drops of water have been added, and the nanobubbler switched on. Donald Trump’s “beautiful” makeover of the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, one of Washington DC’s most historically symbolic attractions, is officially complete, and the public is getting its first glimpse of how the project’s $14.2m was spent.Contrary to the president’s predictable assertion that it was receiving “rave reviews”, however, early impressions are decidedly mixed. Some of the first visitors declared themselves underwhelmed by the 2,000ft pool’s somewhat dull color – American flag blue, according to the specifications. Continue reading...

• The 2026 World Cup will be broadcast across multiple platforms in the U.S., with all 104 matches streaming live on Peacock for Spanish-language viewers. • English and Spanish coverage will be available via fubo, which is offering a free trial for new users, as well as through FOX One and the FOX Sports app. • Telemundo will air 92 matches, while Universo will broadcast the remaining 12 matches for Spanish-speaking audiences.

The Democrats are wargaming messaging strategies over fears that Donald Trump may try to influence the midterm electionsAs the 2024 election approached, advertisements began popping up in key swing states suggesting local officials had discretion not to certify elections.The advertisements, reported at the time by ProPublica and Wisconsin Watch, were misleading. Certification is not optional, and officials are required to certify the vote once the proper process for any election challenges are complete and an official challenge is complete. The warnings, nonetheless, arrived at a moment when Donald Trump and allies seemed to be gearing up to contest the election results if he lost.Trump has talked about stealing the election, violating the election, perverting the election, over and over again.And woe be us, and woe be anyone who believes in free elections, who doesn’t take that seriously.Donald Trump demanded that Republicans in Congress provide an additional $350bn in funding for the Pentagon, by passing a third reconciliation bill.Trump brushed off concerns about new data showing that inflation jumped to an annual rate of 4.2% in May by saying “I love the inflation”, but US House speaker Mike Johnson, accused a CNN journalist of taking the president’s comment “totally out of context”. “What he was saying is: ‘It’s going to be great to have that number and compare it to what comes next, when we get these situations resolved, that’ll be a fun thing to consider.’”As Trump appeared unwilling to back off his plan to install as acting director of national intelligence an unqualified political “attack dog”, federal mortgage director Bill Pulte, Senate Democrats said they would not vote to reauthorize a warrantless surveillance law that expires on Friday.Trump told Fox News the US had fired 49 Tomahawk missiles at Iran on Wednesday, and would “bomb the shit out of them again on Thursday” if Iran’s leaders do not sign a peace agreement. Continue reading...

‘If you are targeting people on the basis of the colour of their skin how else can you describe them?’ said Hilary BennFull report: Police use water cannon against rioters in Northern IrelandGavin Robinson MP, DUP leader, has said borders into the UK need “protecting” more. Speaking on BBC’s Good Morning Ulster, he also said that he believed that there was “less” violence last night than on Monday.Of the violence, he said: “You cannot raise your concerns about damage to British values and then behave in such an unBritish way, Continue reading...

US launches second round of airstrikes on Iran, and Tehran responds by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and JordanUS strikes Iran for second day, as ceasefire appears close to collapseWelcome to our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East.The US has launched a second round of airstrikes, after Donald Trump warned that Tehran would “pay the price” for stalled negotiations, and Iran responded with strikes targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan.US Central Command said it had “completed” its latest round of airstrikes just before sunrise in Iran. It said the strikes targeted “Iranian military surveillance capabilities, communication systems and air defense sites,” and were carried out by the US air force, Marines and Navy.The sounds of explosions echoed around Tehran, the port city of Bandar Abbas and other southern areas along the strait of Hormuz.Iran responded by launching strikes on Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan.Kuwait closed its airspace as its air defences fought off the attack. Kuwait’s directorate general of civil aviation said flights were being diverted to other airports, without elaborating.Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it had fired ballistic missiles at a US command centre in Jordan, according to state media.Iran’s UN envoy said the US should refrain from threats of force if it wants a deal.Israel early on Thursday warned residents in the north to seek shelter after the detection of suspected incoming fire from Lebanon.The international benchmark for crude oil traded above $93 a barrel on Wednesday, up more than 25% since the start of the war. Continue reading...

• Sri Lanka A and India A are facing off in the 4th match of the Tri Nation A Series 2026 held in Sri Lanka. • The event is being broadcast with live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and highlights for viewers in the USA and Canada via Cricbuzz. • This match is part of a broader cricket schedule that includes several women's international fixtures involving teams from the UAE, Philippines, China, and Japan.

Peptides join melatonin, cannabis and weight loss medications as priority concerns. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGood morning and welcome to our live news blog. I’m Martin Farrer with the top overnight stories and then it will be Nick Visser with the main action.A non-profit organisation that runs a helpline for young people says there is little sign of a dip in cyberbullying or image-based abuse in the six months since teenagers under 16 have been banned from social media. More coming up. Continue reading...

• North Dakota is conducting its primary elections for the office of Attorney General for the 2026 cycle. • Simultaneously, Maine's gubernatorial race is moving toward ranked-choice voting tallies for both primary contests. • These elections are critical for determining the party nominees who will compete in the general elections.

• Nevada is currently conducting its 2026 Governor primary elections, with live vote counting underway for both Republican and Democratic candidates across various counties. • Simultaneously, Maine's gubernatorial primaries have progressed to ranked-choice voting tallies to determine the final nominees. • These elections are critical for determining which candidates will advance to the general election to lead their respective states.

• Regional tensions persist in the Middle East nearly four months after the latest crisis erupted, despite a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran. • The UN Security Council is convening for a high-level debate to discuss advancing political solutions to address ongoing conflicts and humanitarian emergencies. • The situation remains volatile as US-Iran negotiations falter and strikes have reportedly resumed, threatening regional stability.

• The 2026 World Cup is set to begin on Thursday, June 11, marking the start of the largest tournament in the event's history. • The opening match will take place in Mexico City, where the Mexican national team will face Bosnia and Herzegovina. • This summer's competition will feature a total of 104 matches hosted across North America.

• Multiple international football matches are currently underway or completed, featuring teams from Europe and the Women's League A. • Key results include Sweden defeating Denmark 4-1, while Spain secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Iceland. • Ongoing matches show England leading Ukraine 2-0 and France leading Ireland 1-0, both around the 52nd to 53rd minute.

• England's squad, led by manager Graham Potter, is currently holding a training camp in north Texas as they prepare for their final warm-up friendly. • The team is gearing up for the World Cup 2026 group stages, where they are scheduled to compete against the Netherlands, Tunisia, and Japan. • To combat the intense Texas heat, Potter gained local attention by wearing a ten-gallon cowboy hat during an open training session in Dallas.

Video appears to contradict Israeli military’s account of the killing of an infant while he was held in his mother’s armsNew footage appears to contradict the Israeli military’s account of the shooting that killed seven-month-old Sam Abu Haikal in his mother’s arms, showing the family’s car slowing near a military post before soldiers opened fire.On Friday, the killing of the infant by Israeli troops in the occupied West Bank sparked outrage after soldiers opened fire on the family’s vehicle despite it having complied with an order to stop. Sam was killed and his mother, Daniyah Abu Haikal, and father, Fahed Abu Haikal, were both injured. Continue reading...

Mohammad Tajik and Alnour Ali, who piloted boats on Channel crossings, are first to be sentenced under new lawTwo men have been jailed under the new offence of endangering others during a journey at sea.The two small-boat pilots are the first to be sentenced under the new law, which came into force in January as part of government efforts to counter small boat crossings. Continue reading...

• Maine is conducting its 2026 Senate primary elections to determine the Republican and Democratic nominees for the U.S. Senate. • Live results are being tracked and reported by candidate and township as votes are officially counted. • These primaries are critical for establishing which party candidates will compete in the general election to represent Maine in the Senate.